Foreshadowing in “The Sniper”: Literary Insights
Words: 597 1182Introduction So, Liam O'Flaherty's short story "The Sniper" is a gripping tale that dives deep into the Irish Civil War. It captures the stress, fear, and moral questions that pop up during a war. The story follows a Republican sniper on a rooftop, giving us a close-up of the mental and emotional strain of battle. One cool thing O'Flaherty does is use foreshadowing. He drops hints, some small and some not-so-small, that ramp up the suspense and get us ready […]